Located at an altitude of approximately 500 metres and a few kilometres from Lousã Castle, the village of Talasnal is one of the corners that Portugal keeps secret. Despite the exuberant vegetation composed mostly of cork oaks, oak, pine and chestnut trees and abundance of wild boars, deers and roe deers, Talasnal stands out for the schistose landscape that fascinates those who visit it.
This village is located in the Serra de Lousã, where the weather is mainly Mediterranean.
The average maximum temperature in winter is 14ºC and the minimum 5ºC. However, the charming little schist houses serve as cosiness on cold and rainy days, where we can enjoy an evening around the fireplace and taste the gastronomy seasoned with the flavour of tradition. You can book your stay at Refúgio do Talasnal, here.
On average, precipitation occurs on only half of the days.
In spring, the mountains are covered with colourful flowers and the streams and waterfalls are in all their splendour, making nature walks an unforgettable walk on days when the temperatures are around 22ºC and 11ºC.
The hot summer days are perfect for the whole family to enjoy the River Beach of Senhora da Piedade, because the temperatures are high, reaching an average of 29ºC and dropping to 14ºC.
In autumn, Talasnal is covered with countless shades of yellow, orange and red with a magnificent succession of oaks and chestnut trees, being also possible to observe the deer mating season, at a time when the maximum average temperature is 23ºC and the minimum 12ºC.
Talasnal is not only the largest Schist Village of Lousã mountain, but also one of the best preserved. The surrounding nature is simply enchanting and the schist houses have precious particularities that reflect the care with which they have been restored.
Walking through the narrow streets of Talasnal is like travelling back in time with your eyes open.
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